Kiara Bikini gets CUTS / Sivaji Grandson Dhaarshan -Gangai Amaran new / Ashiani Directs

 The CBFC has asked the makers of WAR 2 to reduce “sensual visuals” by 50%, which amounts to a 9-second trim. It is widely understood that these visuals are from the song Aavan Jaavan, featuring Kiara Advani in a bikini scene. The sequence, teased in the trailer, has already generated immense buzz for Kiara’s glamorous avatar, and the reduction may be a point of discussion for fans looking forward to the song. Initially, after the CBFC-mandated cuts were made, War 2 was certified with a runtime of 179.49 minutes (2 hours, 59 minutes, and 49 seconds). However, in a surprising move, the filmmakers approached the CBFC again on August 8 to make voluntary cuts. The final, locked runtime for War 2 is now 171.44 minutes, which translates to 2 hours, 51 minutes, and 44 seconds. This strategic decision shaves off over eight minutes from its previous length.

Kannada actress Aishani Shetty, who made a mark for herself with films like Vaastu Prakara, Hondisai Bareyiri, Naduver Antaravirali and many more is all set to direct her first full-length feature film in the coming days. She had previously directed a short film titled Kaaji that premiered in multiple International Short Film festivals. the actress has now shared that she will soon direct her first full-length feature film for which she has already penned the story. While she is finalising the drafts of her screenplay, she is hoping to make the official announcement about the movie in June. That's not all, she will also be playing the female centric role in the commercial film, which is set in her hometown Puttur in Dakshina Kannada district.

Well known director-singer Gangai Amaran is stepping into the spotlight as the lead for the first time in a new film titled Lenin Pandiyan. Joining Gangai Amaran is yesteryear legend Sivaji Ganesan’s grandson, Dhaarshan Ganesan, who is making his acting debut. The upcoming film is written and directed by DD Balachandran. Dhaarshan is second son Ram kumar Eldest son of Sivaji Ganesan.

Shrita Rao, known for Aatral (2022) and Badava (2025), stars as the female lead in Lenin Pandiyan. Archana Ravichandran is also set to have a prominent role in the film.

While Dhaarshan Ganesan plays a police officer, Gangai Amaran seems to be playing a humble farmer. Going by the first poster, Lenin Pandiyan looks to be a rural-based film. Much details about the rest of the cast, story and a potential release date have not been announced.

On the technical team, Lenin Pandiyan has cinematography by AM Edwin Sakay, editing by Nagooran Ramachandran and art direction by Athuuri Jeykumaar. The upcoming film is backed by Sathya Jyothi films with TG Thyagarajan presenting.